The Kook Run
Encinitas, California, United States
Feb 14, 2027 - Sunday
5k, 10k
Race Information
Kick off Super Bowl Sunday with a 10K or 5K and race down the Coast Highway 101. Take in epic views of the Pacific Ocean and a few world-famous surf breaks.
Touted as one of the most beautiful racecourses in Southern California, this OUT-AND-BACK course will excite runners with its gradual downhill beginnings, challenged with some manageable uphill elements on the return before delivering participants onto a sure-to-please final stretch through downtown Encinitas.
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Why We Like This Run
- Stunning coastal views
- Exclusive swag
- The Run Malibu tribe
Live #TheGoodLife in motion: Experience Run Malibu! Where wellness, community, and endurance collide against some of the most breathtaking backdrops in the world. Run Malibu is more than just a race weekend - it is an unforgettable celebration of performance and lifestyle.
Choose your challenge and experience Run Malibu, from the stunning 13.1-mile coastal half marathon along the Pacific Coast Highway and the fast CSU Dolphin 5K, to the three-medal Combo Challenge or the exciting Kids Run! Lace up, soak in the coastal air, and make your next finish line one to remember.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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